جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Septimiu (Tim) E. Salcudeanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medical Robotics
• Image-Guided Interventions
• Medical Image Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Septimiu (Tim) E. Salcudean is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC), holding both the Laszlo Chair in Biomedical Engineering and a Canada Research Chair. He earned his BEng and MEng from McGill University and his PhD from UC Berkeley in Electrical Engineering. From 1986 to 1989, he was a Research Staff Member at IBM T.J. Watson Research Center's robotics group before joining UBC. Education: BEng (McGill University, 1979) MEng (McGill University, 1981) PhD (University of California at Berkeley, 1986) Dr. Salcudean's research focuses on Medical Robotics , Image-Guided Interventions , and Elastography applications . He develops systems for robot-assisted surgery with da Vinci integration and ultrasound vibro-elastography for tissue parameter identification. His work spans prostate brachytherapy guidance , needle insertion simulation , and haptic interfaces for virtual environments. His research projects include Medical robotics with da Vinci system integration Ultrasound vibro-elastography for tissue analysis Needle insertion simulation in deformable tissue Prostate brachytherapy treatment planning His publications demonstrate expertise in Robotics and control systems Medical imaging and segmentation Teleoperation and haptics Scientific Awards: NSERC Synergy Award (2009) IEEE Fellowship (2004) UBC Killam Research Prize (2004) PRECARN Research Excellence Award (2008) Best Paper Awards (2004, 2003, 1999) As Technical/Editorial Board member of IEEE Transactions on Robotics and steering committee member at IPCAI , he contributes to academic leadership. He has supervised numerous graduate students in projects ranging from medical ultrasound to needle steering systems , with funding from NSERC, CIHR, and NIH. The Robotics and Control Laboratory at UBC, which he co-leads, houses advanced equipment including 5-DOF haptic interfaces, ultrasound machines, and motion simulators for medical and industrial applications.

• Restorative Justice
• Transitional Justice
• Transformative Justice
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Inga N. Laurent is a Professor of Law at Gonzaga University School of Law, where she teaches criminal law and procedure, evidence, and dispute resolution. She is a Fulbright Scholar with a deep commitment to restorative, transitional, and transformative justice, applying her expertise both locally and globally through research, training, and generative design. Her research centers on the human capacity for goodness and the role of truth in fostering wellness and wholeness. She explores how confronting difficult truths can catalyze personal and communal transformation, advocating for legal systems that nurture responsive and sustained action. Laurent's recent publications focus on restorative justice in education, truth-telling processes, and comparative justice models, particularly in post-retributive contexts. Her work spans law, education, and social justice, emphasizing measurable cultural change and inclusive legal practices. Scientific Awards: Fulbright Scholar Laurent actively contributes to legal scholarship and justice reform initiatives. She has collaborated on projects assessing restorative culture in schools and expanding the definition of restorative justice in policy. While no formal advising or grant information is provided, her collaborative publications suggest engagement with interdisciplinary teams and community-based research.

Luc Thévenozمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Law of Obligations
• Contract Law
• Banking Law
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Luc Thévenoz is a full professor and Dean at the Faculty of Law, University of Geneva, where he also directs the Center for Banking and Financial Law. His academic and professional work focuses on the law of obligations, banking and financial markets law, and trusts and fiduciaries. He has held influential roles in Swiss financial regulation, including chairing the Swiss Takeover Commission and serving on the Swiss Federal Banking Commission. His research interests include financial regulation, private banking, intermediated securities, trust law, and corporate governance. He has contributed significantly to international harmonization efforts, notably the Geneva/UNIDROIT Convention on Intermediated Securities and the Hague Trusts Convention. He has also been instrumental in shaping Swiss legislation on financial services and fiduciary structures. The most recent articles reflect his ongoing engagement with Swiss financial law, particularly in areas such as trust regulation, investment damages, private banking, and the legal treatment of cryptocurrencies. His publications often combine doctrinal analysis with practical implications, bridging academic scholarship and regulatory practice. He frequently collaborates with other experts and contributes to annual reviews of Swiss banking law. Honorary Member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), 2007 Luc Thévenoz is deeply involved in academic leadership and continuing education. He founded the CAS in Compliance Management and co-directs the CAS in Financial Regulation at the Universities of Geneva and Bern. He regularly teaches at the University of Luxembourg and has been a visiting professor at Berkeley, Boston University, and Duke Law School. He co-organizes the annual Banking and Financial Law Day, which brings together around 350 practitioners. He is a member of the editorial board of the Swiss Journal of Business Law and Trust Law International and serves on the board of directors of Banque Mirabaud & Cie SA. His academic work is centered at the Center for Banking and Financial Law at the University of Geneva, where he leads research and educational initiatives in financial law. He has supervised numerous collaborative projects and publications, often involving teams of researchers and practitioners. His leadership extends to editorial boards and professional associations that shape the discourse on financial and trust law in civil law jurisdictions.

Joan M Mastrobattistaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Prenatal Ultrasound
• Prenatal Diagnosis
• Medical Complications of Pregnancy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Joan M Mastrobattista, M.D., is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. She works in the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and serves as the Ultrasound Clinic Chief for Texas Children’s Hospital/Baylor College of Medicine. She also co-directs the Ultrasound Quality Program for her department. B.S. from [Other Institution] (1982) M.D. from University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (1988) Internship and Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency at New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center (1988-1992) Advanced Training at University of Texas Health Science Center (1994) Fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at University of Texas Health Science Center (1995) Her clinical and research efforts focus on prenatal ultrasound , prenatal diagnosis , and medical complications of pregnancy , with a strong emphasis on ultrasound education . She has contributed to studies on fetal abnormalities (e.g., neural tube defects), viral infections (e.g., parvovirus B19), metabolic disorders (e.g., milk-alkali syndrome), and obstetric emergencies like pulmonary embolism and preterm labor. Her work bridges diagnostic imaging, maternal health, and interdisciplinary care for high-risk pregnancies. Article trends highlight her expertise in fetal diagnostics , ultrasound applications , and obstetric complications , with subfields spanning antenatal steroids , in utero infections , and fetal neurology . Her career includes collaborations with institutions like Texas Children's Hospital , New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center , and University of Texas Health Science Center . Dr. Mastrobattista has dedicated decades to educating Medical Students Residents Genetic Counseling Students Fellows Clinicians in ultrasound techniques and maternal-fetal medicine.

• Medical Law
• General Jurisprudence
• Evidence Assessment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lena Wahlberg is an Associate Professor at the Department of Law, Lund University, and a Senior Lecturer within the Faculty of Law. As Deputy Head of Department and a core member of the Law, Evidence and Cognition (LEVIC) research group, she bridges legal theory with medical and scientific disciplines. Active in interdisciplinary projects (2015-2020 VBE program, 2022-2025 ethics review system project) Supervises doctoral students in international law and medical law Teaches evidence assessment, medical law, and legal theory Her research examines: Ontological differences between legal and scientific reasoning Epistemic gaps in medical evidence for legal decisions Ad hominem arguments in expert witness evaluations Science-policy interfaces in healthcare regulation UN Sustainable Development Goals (Substance Classification, Law, Philosophy) Interdisciplinary collaboration between law, medicine, and social sciences Recent work focuses on EU health data frameworks, abortion law reforms, and reimagining ethics review systems. Her publications span 92 outputs across legal philosophy, medical law, and regulatory theory. Collaborations include: Harvard Medical School Carnegie-Mellon University Swedish National Board for Medical and Social Evaluation (SBU) Faculty of Medicine, Lund University Funding sources: Swedish Research Council Riksbanken Jubileumsfond Söderberg Foundations Crafoord Foundation Key activities: Mock trial participant (2025), public debates, and EU healthcare policy presentations.

William Organekمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Bankruptcy Law
• Financial Regulation
• Real Estate Law
• +۲ مورد دیگر

William (Billy) Organek is an Assistant Professor of Law at the Zicklin School of Business, Baruch College (CUNY), and Managing Editor of the Harvard Law School Bankruptcy Roundtable. His research focuses on bankruptcy as both public law regulation and private law ordering, combining empirical analysis with law and economics perspectives. Education: J.D., Harvard Law School (2016, cum laude) B.A., Columbia University in Economics-Philosophy (2010) His scholarship addresses contemporary issues in mass tort bankruptcies and the legal cannabis industry, informed by nearly a decade of legal practice and real estate business experience in China. His work has appeared in major law reviews and been featured in legal podcasts. Key research trends include analyzing bankruptcy's role in pharmaceutical litigation (e.g., Purdue Pharma cases), examining contractual bankruptcy mechanisms in regulated industries, and exploring reform needs in mass tort proceedings. Special attention is given to due process implications and cross-industry regulatory patterns. Scientific Awards: Kohn-Kidwell Fellow, Temple University (2023) Program Fellow, Harvard Law School Bankruptcy Project (2021) Active in academic service, he participates in committee work at Baruch College and organizes faculty research workshops. His publications bridge traditional bankruptcy frameworks with modern challenges in emerging industries.

Nathalie Le Bouëdecمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• German History
• Legal History
• Weimar Republic
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Nathalie Le Bouëdec is a University Professor of German Civilization at the University of Burgundy, where she has served since September 2021. She currently directs the Department of German, a position she has held since September 2020, after previously serving as Deputy Director from 2011 to 2017. Her distinguished academic career began with studies at the École Normale Supérieure Lettres et Sciences Humaines in Lyon (1999-2004), followed by obtaining the German aggregation in 2003. She earned her PhD in Germanic studies in December 2007 and completed her habilitation to supervise research at Sorbonne University in December 2020 with her thesis "From Weimar to Bonn: justice, law and democracy in Germany in the 20th century" under Hélène Miard-Delacroix. Professor Le Bouëdec's research specializes in German legal and political history throughout the 20th century, with particular emphasis on the relationship between judicial systems, democracy, and media representations. Her work spans critical historical periods including the Weimar Republic, Nazi Germany, and the formation of West Germany, examining how legal institutions navigate political pressures and constitutional challenges. She has developed significant expertise in analyzing judicial independence within democratic frameworks and responses to political extremism. Her recent publications (2022-2024) reveal a consistent scholarly trajectory examining tensions between constitutional loyalty requirements for judges, media-judiciary relations in post-war Germany, and historical perspectives on contemporary German legal debates. This research demonstrates how historical analysis of Weimar-era legal challenges informs current discussions about democratic resilience and judicial ethics in Germany. As an academic leader, Professor Le Bouëdec serves as educational manager for the German LLCER degree program (since 2015) and coordinates the German component of the integrated Dijon-Mainz curriculum in humanities and social sciences, fostering important Franco-German academic collaboration and educational exchange.

Matt Castleمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Modelling for Food Security
• Plant Disease Modelling
• Infectious Diseases and Food Security
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Matt Castle is a Researcher affiliated with the University of Cambridge , specializing in interdisciplinary approaches to food security and plant sciences. He serves as the Head of Bioinformatics Training and Head of PSLS Biostatistics Initiative within the Department of Plant Sciences . His work spans multiple domains, including plant disease modelling, infectious disease dynamics, and global governance of food systems. Research Themes: Modelling for Food Security, Plant Disease Modelling, Food Landscapes, Political Economy of Hunger His recent publications highlight expertise in ecological and agricultural modelling, with a focus on: Aflatoxin contamination in maize Urban forest pest dynamics Climate-driven range expansions Size-structured ecosystem resilience While his work intersects with food supply chains, land resources, and health, no specific scientific awards or student advisement details were listed in available public records.

• Cardiac Arrhythmias
• Catheter Ablation
• Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Jacek Bednarek is a Researcher at the Clinic of Electrocardiology and Heart Failure, affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences in Katowice at the Medical University of Silesia. His work focuses on cardiac arrhythmias, catheter ablation, and advanced cardiac imaging techniques in adult and young adult patients. Research interests include: Cardiac Arrhythmias and Electrophysiology Catheter Ablation for Complex Arrhythmias Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators in Sudden Cardiac Death Prevention Adult Congenital Heart Disease Management Electrocardiography and Risk Stratification He has authored 14 publications with an h-index of 5 (Scopus) and 6 (Web of Science), contributing to fields like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and Fontan procedure outcomes.

Alex Reedمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Employment Law
• Securities Regulation
• Tax Policy

Alex Reed serves as Professor of Legal Studies in the Department of Insurance, Legal Studies and Real Estate at the University of Georgia's Terry College of Business, where he previously directed the Legal Studies Certificate Program. He currently holds leadership positions in the Academy of Legal Studies in Business through 2026, including Immediate Past President (2025-2026) and prior roles as President (2024-2025) and Secretary (2021-2022). His educational background includes a JD and BBA from the University of Georgia. Reed's research critically examines employment discrimination frameworks, particularly focusing on LGBTQ workplace protections post-Bostock v. Clayton County, religious exemptions in staffing, and intersections between securities regulation and tax policy. His interdisciplinary approach bridges legal theory with practical legislative solutions for systemic inequities. Analysis of his 15 publications (2012-2025) reveals an evolving scholarly trajectory: early work centered on securities fraud and ENDA critiques, while post-2018 research increasingly addresses Title VII limitations and proposes legislative amendments for comprehensive LGBTQ protections. His recent scholarship demonstrates heightened engagement with international trade implications (USMCA) and procedural barriers in employment discrimination claims. His accolades include: Distinguished Early Career Faculty Award (Academy of Legal Studies in Business, 2018) Richard B. Russell Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (University of Georgia, 2018) Terry Teaching Excellence Award (Terry College of Business, 2017) Reed maintains active service through editorial roles at the American Business Law Journal (2020-present) and Journal of Business Ethics (2020-present), alongside prior positions in the Southeastern Academy of Legal Studies in Business and Georgia Bar Association's Professionalism Committee. His pre-academic experience includes securities litigation practice at Alston & Bird LLP (2006-2010).

Jorge Morais Carvalhoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Consumer Law
• Contract Law
• European Union Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jorge Morais Carvalho is an Associate Professor at the NOVA School of Law (NOVA University Lisbon), where he has held prominent roles including Vice Dean and Coordinator of the Bachelor’s Degree . He serves as Director of the NOVA Consumer Lab and a Researcher at CEDIS – Research & Development Center on Law and Society . Education: Law Degree (2002), NOVA School of Law PhD (2011), NOVA School of Law Research Focus: His work spans Consumer Law , Digital Contract Law , and Alternative Dispute Resolution , particularly in the context of EU regulations and comparative legal systems. Recent publications address contractual compliance, data privacy, and sustainable practices in digital commerce. Scientific Contributions: Jorge has authored or co-authored over 150 books and articles, including influential works on consumer rights, insolvency, and comparative legal frameworks. His editorial roles include Editor of EuCML – Journal of European Consumer and Market Law and Subdirector of Themis – Revista da NOVA School of Law . Academic Engagement: He has participated in over 100 seminars, conferences, and colloquia across Brazil, Cape Verde, Colombia, Spain, England, Italy, Luxembourg, Mozambique, Peru, Poland, and Portugal, reflecting his international impact.

• Body Image
• Eating Disorder Prevention
• Measures Validation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kirsty Garbett is a Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Appearance Research, University of the West of England (UWE Bristol). She specializes in applied body image research, focusing on developing and validating interventions to improve body confidence across diverse populations. Her work spans cross-cultural adaptations of body image programs in India, Indonesia, and Brazil, emphasizing scalability and digital delivery. Key areas: Body image interventions, social media impact, cosmetic procedures, psychosocial measurement tools Collaborations: Dove Self-Esteem Project, international academics, media experts Methods: RCTs, cross-cultural validation, systematic reviews Kirsty's recent research includes systematic reviews of cosmetic surgery outcomes, social media-based interventions for Indonesian women, and school programs for adolescents. She also investigates the validation of psychological tools like the Body Esteem Scale and ChEDE-Q across languages and cultures. Her publications highlight trends in digital interventions , cross-cultural adaptation , and psychosocial measurement , with a focus on low- and middle-income settings. While no scientific awards are listed, her work demonstrates rigorous methodological innovation in scaling evidence-based programs. Qualifications: DPhil in Health Psychology (UWE Bristol, 2022), MSc in Health Psychology (Nottingham, 2013), BSc in Psychology (Strathclyde, 2011).

Karina Kosiara-Pedersenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Political parties
• Party organizations
• Party membership
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Karina Kosiara-Pedersen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political Science, University of Copenhagen. She coordinates the Center for Voting and Parties (CVAP) and contributes to the Gender & Politics research group. Her work focuses on party membership, organizational development, candidate recruitment, and political harassment. Research keywords include political parties, democracy, electoral systems, and political violence Teaching courses in Danish and Comparative Politics Current research examines gender-based anger in politics (2024-2025), political harassment (DIPAS, 2022-2025), and candidate surveys across municipal/regional/parliamentary elections. She co-leads the Political Parties Database (PPDB) and studies online harassment. Her media contributions (1,193) often address Danish political trends, including recent analysis of electoral shifts and parliamentary dynamics. She serves on the Department’s Faculty board and has been study board chair since 2022.

Stefania Vastaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Administrative Law
• Public Law
• Administrative Procedures
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stefania Vasta is an Associate Professor of Administrative Law at the University of Parma's Department of Law, Political and International Studies since 2006. She serves as a permanent lecturer at Parma's School of Specialization for Legal Professions, contributes to PhD programs in legal sciences, and previously held the role of Rector's Delegate for Legal Affairs (2016-2023). She maintains active legal practice as a cassation lawyer with the Brescia Bar Association since 1999. Educational background: Classical high school diploma Law degree PhD in General Public Law (University of Bologna, 2001) Her research centers on Administrative Law with emphasis on procedural administration , self-regulation mechanisms , administrative agreements , urban planning , and public contracts . Recent work explores regulatory frameworks for wine tourism sustainability and digital governance, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to contemporary public administration challenges. Analysis of her 2023-2024 publications reveals a strategic focus on applying administrative law to sustainability initiatives (particularly wine tourism) and technological innovation in governance, demonstrating consistent thematic evolution toward real-world regulatory solutions. No scientific awards or fellowships are documented in available sources. Professor Vasta actively supervises PhD candidates through the University of Parma's doctoral program and mentors legal professionals via the School of Specialization. Her sustained research output across administrative law subfields indicates continuous scholarly engagement despite absence of explicit grant documentation.

Giovanni Francesco Basiniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Private Law
• Succession Law
• Family Law
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Giovanni Francesco Basini is Full Professor of Private Law (IUS/01) at the University of Parma, where he has taught since 2005 and currently serves as Director of the Department of Law, Political and International Studies for the 2024–2027 term. He is also a member of the editorial board of the journal Responsabilità civile e previdenza . Education & Academic Career Born in Reggio Emilia, 25 May 1965. Appointed Full Professor of Private Law at the University of Parma in autumn 2005. Previously taught Institutions of Private Law at the Faculty of Law of Parma. Regular visiting lecturer at Bocconi University (Milan) from 2001/2002 to 2017/2018 (Private Law). Lecturer in “Successioni per causa di morte” at the School of Specialization for the Legal Professions, Universities of Pavia & Bocconi, 2017/2018–2022/2023. Research Focus Basini’s scholarship concentrates on four interlocking domains: Succession due to death and generational transfer of family wealth – analysing intestate and testamentary succession, forced heirship, and reform proposals. Family law – custody, filiation, recognition of children (including so-called “incestuous” children), grandparents’ visitation rights, and the assignment of the family home. Obligations and contracts – limitation clauses, contract invalidity, and the intersection of private law with artistic and cultural heritage. Art and cultural-heritage law – legal regulation of cultural assets within private-law frameworks. Publication Trends Across more than 180 works, Basini has produced extensive monographic contributions, journal articles, and commentaries. Late-career outputs (2020–2024) evidence a sustained focus on succession reform, the legal status of vulnerable persons, and the interplay between family relationships and property transmission. Earlier works (2006–2015) chart evolving Italian jurisprudence on spousal and filiation rights, often highlighting constitutional tensions and de iure condendo perspectives. Editorial & Institutional Service Member, Editorial Board, Responsabilità civile e previdenza . Director, Department of Law, Political and International Studies, University of Parma (2024–2027). Frequent keynote speaker and trainer for continuing legal-education programs aimed at practitioners. Teaching & Advising At the five-year single-cycle Master’s Degree in Law at Parma, Basini currently teaches: Civil Law I – Successions and Donations (2nd year) Family Law (2nd year) Institutions of Private Law (1st year) He maintains weekly office hours and accepts appointments ad hoc via e-mail, underscoring a strong commitment to student mentoring.